Maintenance Technician

Walker Products Inc.; Pacific (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker Products Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the Maintenance department by performing general and preventive maintenance on facilities and equipment. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager and requires basic trades knowledge and physical stamina for daily hands-on work.

The position emphasizes safety and reliability, with responsibilities ranging from electrical and plumbing tasks to general upkeep and project support. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, painting, and electrical wiring.
• Maintenance of hand tools and gas-powered equipment.
• Able to use a variety of hand and power tools.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assists in general and preventative maintenance of facilities including electrical, mechanical, machine and plumbing.
• Performs general maintenance activities as requested by the Maintenance Manager.
• Completes special projects as requested by management.
• Identify safety issues and report them to maintenance; assist in scheduled maintenance.

Skills

Reading & instructions

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical wiring

Hand & power tools

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Summary

Under general supervision, performs a variety of work in the general maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, and equipment. Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Department: Maintenance

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Under general supervision, performs a variety of work in the general maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, and equipment. Performs related duties as assigned.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assists in general maintenance and preventative maintenance of all facility needs to include electrical, mechanical, machine and plumbing.
• Performs any general maintenance activities as requested by the Maintenance Manager.
• Completes special projects as requested by management.

Additional Responsibilities

• Identifying any safety issues, reporting to maintenance manager, and the correction of those issues
• Assist in development and execution of scheduled building and machine maintenance
• Because of the changing nature of our business, this job description will inevitably change. The employee will, from time to time, be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within his/her capabilities as directed by management.

Knowledge And Skill Requirements

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Basic knowledge of the following trades: carpentry, plumbing, painting, and electrical wiring
• Maintenance of hand tools and gas-powered equipment.
• Effectively use a variety of hand and power tools.
• Able to perform a variety of physical labor including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, reaching, and standing for long periods of time.
• Possess a valid driver's license.

Working Conditions

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment, including standing on a cement floor for extended periods of time. May require lifting of up to 50 pounds.